Communications and Social Media Specialist

Oasis Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Oasis Center is seeking a Communications & Social Media Specialist to support its Fund Development & Community Engagement department. This part-time role involves creating, managing, and publishing content across social media platforms and development communications channels to enhance the agency's storytelling, donor engagement, and community visibility. The specialist will be responsible for managing social media presence, developing content calendars, sourcing and designing content, monitoring engagement metrics, and responding to inquiries. Additionally, the role includes gathering stories and program updates, coordinating with staff for content, and maintaining an asset library. Support for development communications includes publishing e-newsletters, assisting with annual reports and other materials, and copyediting donor communications. General duties involve attending staff meetings and participating in agency functions.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in social media management, communications, or a related field.
Demonstrated proficiency with Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn — including both organic content and platform analytics.
Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong writing skills with the ability to adapt tone and voice for different audiences and platforms.
Highly organized with the ability to manage a content calendar and meet deadlines independently.
Ability to form strong, caring and affirming relationships with all youth –including LGBTQ+ youth.
Knowledge of and ability to apply Positive Youth Development, Trauma-Informed Care, and evidence-informed practices based in an understanding of adolescent development.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with e-newsletter platforms preferred.
Background in marketing, communications, or public relations preferred.
Nonprofit experience a plus.
Photography or basic video editing skills a plus.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain Oasis Center’s social media presence across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Develop and maintain a monthly social media content calendar, balancing scheduled posts with timely, responsive content.
Source, write, and design social media content using graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe, or equivalent), ensuring consistency with Oasis Center’s brand voice and visual identity.
Monitor platform engagement metrics and prepare regular reports on reach, impressions, follower growth, and social post performance.
Respond to comments and messages in alignment with organizational guidelines.
Proactively gather youth stories, program updates, and organizational news for use across communications channels.
Coordinate with program staff to source photos, testimonials, and content that authentically represent Oasis Center’s mission and impact.
Maintain an organized content and asset library for use across development communications.
Publish and distribute the Oasis Center e-newsletter, including content assembly, layout, and scheduling.
Support production of the annual report, program summaries, and other development communications materials as assigned.
Assist with copyediting and proofreading of donor-facing communications.
Attend agency and departmental staff meetings.
Participate in agency functions as appropriate.
Other tasks as assigned.